Heartburn

When UK drug-maker Glaxo launched the heartburn medicine Zantac in 1981, the drug became one of the nation’s greatest pharmaceutical successes — not least for its effectiveness in treating heartburn, which affects up to a quarter of British…

Among other common issues during pregnancy, heartburn is one of them. This situation happens because of an infant’s growing pressure on the stomach and some hormonal changes. Pregnant women suffer from such issues in their second or third…

Shares of GlaxoSmithKline, Sanofi and Haleon all sold off sharply this week, shedding tens of billions in market value, amid investor fear over potential U.S. litigation charges focused on popular heartburn drug Zantac. This has been a…

Last Updated: July 31, 2022, 14:52 ISTBurning pain in the chest, right behind the breastbone, that takes place right after eating or may occur at night. (Representative Image: Shutterstock)Heartburn can be very frustrating but these tried…

Heartburn is something most people associate with eating too much, like that classic post-Christmas dinner feeling.And yes, large meals are a major cause — but sometimes the problem can be down to less obvious triggers, such as wearing…

The monsoon brings much relief from the sweltering heat of summer. It’s common for all to enjoy a rainy day with fried snacks like pakodas and tea. However, eating more fried snacks could cause acidity and heartburn due to the change in the…

Having heartburn every few days had almost become a way of life for Georgie Robbins. It began at age six, and she could barely remember a time when she did not experience the burning sensation in her throat.Georgie, now 26, also had…

Acidity is commonplace because of today’s irregular lifestyle. It is usually caused due to an empty stomach or eating spicy foods, or overeating. Some people also get acidity by drinking tea on an empty stomach first thing in the…

Sometimes, a gut feeling is literal. Nerves in the intestines help regulate the gut's acidity, new research from the University of Oregon shows. That helps keep their bacterial communities in balance. "We found an unexpected connection…

Milk is a good source of protein, and cold milk can help. If you are someone who doesn't like taking medicines, then there are many homemade remedies that you can try to cure this issue.Who does not love junk food? But, in the enjoyment of…